Monday, December 10, 2012

And the winners are ......

 What an awesome week of giveaways!!
THANK YOU so very much to all of you that participated this year and for showing your love and support for dot...dot...dot... throughout the year! If y'all are new here, I hope you will stay a while! This blog o' mine is a little place where I get to talk about all the girly things in life that my 3 boys (hubby and 2 kiddos) just don't understand. Whether it is fashion finds and beauty tips, favorite books and TV shows, or recipes and favorite websites ... you will always find me chatting about something! I also ADORE my followers and host random giveaways throughout the year to show my appreciation for all the comments and support I receive. 
And of course, a HUGE THANK YOU to all of the participating shops that were so generous to give away all of these amazing gifts. Without their support, this annual holiday shin-dig would not be possible! I greatly appreciate their time and extra money donated to make this such a fabulous event!!
 
Now ... without further delay ... the winners are ...
 
 Little Blue Olive ... a chiffon floral headband in your choice of color ...
#145 Michelle C.H.

 Grace and Lace Co ... one pair of Lacey Lou Leg Warmers ...
#123 Kate M.
 
It's Your Party ... $15 gift credit ... TWO winners ...
#57 Sprinkles
#76 Misty 

 Jewls215 ... Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas sign ...
#47 Karen B.
 
 Love ♥ Kate ... Cowl in Winter White ...
#97 Kristin B.
 
 Origami Owl ... $25 gift credit with consultant, Wendy Korfel ...
#185 Angela F.
 
 Sharee Boutique ... 1 hair chalk and nail caviar set (color of your choice) ...
#74 Christina M.
 
 Portland Pie Co ... a dozen cookies each ... TWO winners ...
#42 Kelsey S.
#160 Demaris C.
 
Sophistifunk ... silver sideways cross bracelet ...
#27 Candace H.
 
 
If you are a lucky winner, please email me at aprilbaker23 @ yahoo dot com and include the following information:
 
- Full Name and Shipping Address
- Color / Flavor Choice (if applicable)
- Best Contact Email
- Optional: Phone Number, in case company needs further information.
 
I will be passing along this information to the shop, and they will contact you shortly. Please let me know if you have any questions!
xoxo


Friday, December 7, 2012

Grace and Lace

Grace and Lace ... made with His grace and a little lace. Not only do I love that business motto, but these leg warmers are a need in any girl's closet! The buttons and bows ... the lace and patterns ... swoon!! No wonder Grace and Lace was featured on The Today Show!!
One lucky winner will be rockin' her boots this winter with a girly touch!
 
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Thursday, December 6, 2012

Portland Pie Co.

Another returning favorite this year ... Portland Pie!! Carla makes her award-winning desserts from scratch, handed down from family recipes. Homemade treats delivered locally and enjoyed by so many!
While her delicious pies can not be shipped outside of the area (booo ... y'all are missing out!!), Portland Pie will be sending TWO winners each a dozen homemade cookies!! Get your entries in ... these treats are amazing!!
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It's Your Party

It's Your Party is back again this year celebrating another round of dot...dot...dot...'s holiday giveaway event!! This is definitely the shop you wanna check out for all your custom party decor! I have trusted It's Your Party with several of my party and special event needs, and they certainly do not disappoint! From banners to cupcake toppers, party favors to tumblers, let It's Your Party make your special occasion so much sweeter!
It's Your Party is offering a $15 gift credit to TWO winners! Entering the giveaway is simple through the box below!
 
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Origami Owl


 
This company is one that has found a special place in my world. Origami Owl ... a place to create your life story in a locket! Gorgeous pendants, adorable charms, and all custom-created by you! You pick each detail that goes into your necklace, from the color and size of the locket, to the chain that it hangs from. Charms fill the inside and represent the important things in your life, from children and birthstones, to travel and hobbies, causes and foods to sports and faith! The consultant who introduced this to me is Wendy Korfel, and she is such a sweet person to work with! You will love putting together your very own locket with Wendy's help and a $25 gift credit to shop in her store!
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Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Sharee Boutique

For those of you who have been around here a while, y'all know my passion for color ... in my hair and on my nails! I have had purple and blue hair extensions, experimented with an ombre look, and have weekly mani sessions that I post about. This event just wouldn't be complete without a little bit of fun trendy styles that I enjoy so much! Sharee Boutique ... your one-stop shop where you can get the latest in hair chalks (see the color streaks above ^ ... temporary hair color applied with chalk and washes out when you are over it) and nail caviar beads ... you know, the little sprinkles that look yummy enough to eat, but look fabulous as a mani?
One lucky girl (wish it was me!) will win a color chalk in their choice of color and a set of caviar beads for that trendy manicure! Enter in the box below!
 
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Sophistifunk - The Shop

Miss Brie, over at Sophistifunk, has opened up a new shop full of cute bracelets to add to your accessories! Bright colors, chains, crosses, skulls, and more ... the latest trends and must-haves! I have an order on its way to me now, and I can't wait to receive my package in the mail!!
Guess who will also be getting a special delivery? One lucky winner of the sideways cross bracelet in silver! I absolutely love this bracelet, as it can be worn alone and simple, or layered with other arm candy!
 
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Jewls215

Don't you just love a cute little sign that makes a room smile? Jewls215 has some adorable wood signs that would make the greatest addition to any room in your home. I absolutely adore the distressed features and fonts used on these plaques and they would add such personality to your decor!
With the holidays upon us, wouldn't you just adore the 'Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas' sign as a part of your Christmas collection? One lucky winner will call it their own ... multiple chances to win below!
 
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Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Love Kate ~ The Shop

Love ♥ Kate just opened up shop and I could not be more excited! Kate is a blogger and we have been friends (in my head) for years now (aka, I adore her blog and we are official FB buddies). She has such great style and fitness tips, (not to mention she is gorgeous!!), and she has just debuted how talented and crafty she is!! Cowls, cuffs, headbands and more!! Check out her blog and her shop ... you will not be disappointed! I already have a custom order placed!
For this giveaway, Love ♥ Kate is giving away a cowl style wrap in Winter White (shown above, modeled on her beautiful daughter). Enter in the box below.
 
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Monday, December 3, 2012

Little Blue Olive

 
Little Blue Olive ... an adorable shop found on Etsy, that creates handmade hair accessories using chiffon, wool felt, fabric, ribbon, and various one-of-a-kind and vintage pieces. I am loving the chiffon flower headbands and felt bows! Those blue feather pins above are simply fabulous! I love the classy and girly look that these accessories bring to any outfit.
Little Blue Olive is offering a Chiffon Flower Headband in the color of choice to one lucky winner! Entering has been made simple ... just follow the options in the box below for your opportunities to win!
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The 2012 Holiday Giveaway Event!!


Today is the day!! It's time to kick off this year's holiday giveaway event!! I am so very appreciative of all of my fans and followers and really enjoy hosting this event each year. We have some amazing companies participating this year, all very generous to be offering up such fabulous gifts for you all! Please show them some love and enjoy browsing through their shops, keeping them in mind for your holiday gift-giving this Christmas season!
Have a wonderful week!
xoxo

A Fond Farewell ...

Wow! Is December already upon us? Good golly this year has flown right by! I have been a busy girl lately, hence the blog break. Unfortu...